TVs: what to check before you buy
The right choice depends on your room's lighting, your viewing distance and whether you game. VEYDICT checks the exact TV you're considering against those things and tells you GO, WAIT or SKIP.
What we cover
What we check
Room matters more than specs
An OLED is superb in a dark room and can disappoint in a sunny one. We match panel type and brightness to your room.Gaming features
We check refresh rate, input lag and HDMI 2.1 support if you play on a console or PC.Panel lottery and burn-in
We look at how often owners report uneven panels, burn-in and failing smart platforms.How a tvs verdict is scored
Besides price and value, the product is rated on what matters in this category:
You choose up to three of these as your priorities, and they carry the most weight in your personal fit score.
What we ask you
Before we judge it, we ask what you'll mainly use it for, your budget, what matters most and how long you'll keep it. Typical uses for TVs:
- Movies and shows
- Gaming
- Sports
- Bright living room
- Dark home cinema
- Bedroom
When to buy
Best deals tend to appear around the Super Bowl, Black Friday and when new models arrive in spring.
Red flags we look for
- Different panel types sold under the same model name
- Smart platform that runs slowly or shows ads
- Weak brightness in HDR
Products we've checked
Build note: product figures on this page come from VEYDICT's seed data and are illustrative. They are replaced by live research before launch.
LG C5 55-inch OLED TV
$1399 · general verdictSamsung Q80 55-inch QLED TV
$799 · general verdictQuestions
How does VEYDICT check TVs?
We compare the specific model with picture quality, brightness, gaming features, built-in sound and its price, then weigh that against your budget and priorities.
When is the best time to buy TVs?
Best deals tend to appear around the Super Bowl, Black Friday and when new models arrive in spring.
What are the red flags when buying TVs?
Different panel types sold under the same model name. Smart platform that runs slowly or shows ads. Weak brightness in HDR.